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The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty
The night when Preston was drinking with Nikolai…“You’re getting married?”Preston stopped Nikolai from taking another gulp of alcohol. The guy is totally wasted. There were no tears in his eyes but it’s red and swollen, as if the tears were caged and the next drop of alcohol would make him completely lose his composure. This has become a familiar scene after Belle disappeared.He couldn’t blame his friend. He may not show it often, but he still thinks of Belle all the time. He still checks the news and gets in touch with the authorities for updates. Sadly, there was none. Even then, he is still hoping that one day, his phone will ring and he will receive good news.Nikolai let go of the glass and started typing on his phone.“You’re drunk, Nikolai. You’re drunk again. This is getting out of hand. I’m starting to think that you are only inviting me so someone can drive you home.”“A part of me was still hoping that after all these years, Isobelle would come back. Just like that. And
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-one
At this point, Preston is already anticipating that certain feeling of regret whenever he ends up in the same bed with Claudia. Never in a million years did he plan to have any sort of relationship with the woman he claims to hate just for being who she is, basically, her annoying self.“For fuck’s sake, Preston. Shut up.”Preston glared at her. Claudia’s eyes are closed and if she wouldn’t utter a single word, she’d look at peace. “What do you even mean? My mouth is shut and I am not saying a single word.”“I can tell what you’re thinking of with the way you breathe. You're screaming with your thoughts. If you were me, you’d be equally annoyed. I’m telling you.”Instead of moving away, she moved closer to Preston’s side of the bed. “What was I thinking then?”“I’m tired. Let’s talk some other time when we are fully rested and not naked underneath these sheets. Business is meant to be discussed with clothes on.”Preston can even tell that what she said was a lie. Heck, he doesn’t eve
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-two
“How would you like to celebrate your birthday this year, Liam?”Liam stopped chewing his pancake and paused to think. He looked effortlessly adorable that Nikolai couldn’t help but smile. It was like looking in front of the mirror, seeing a younger version of himself. Liam’s birthday is only a week away and he wants to throw him a big party if that is what the kid wants. His usual birthday requests are traveling somewhere or a simple birthday dinner. Liam does not want to make a big deal out of his birthday. He wasn’t making friends at school and he doesn’t talk much to kids outside of school too. Thankfully, his new school environment changed him for the better.“Daddy, remember when my classmate Max invited us to his birthday party at the park?”Nikolai nodded. He wasn’t the one who accompanied his child at that time because he had an emergency meeting. It was the first time Liam wanted to go to a birthday party and he wanted to come with him too, but ended up going with his nanny
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-three
“Love, I’ll be home late. Don’t wait for me.”“Okay.”Jack raised his eyebrow. Not believing a word that Hyacinth just said. There has been more than one occasion where he would go home late and Hyacinth would be waiting in the living room, sleeping while waiting for him. “I’m serious, hun. I have no idea when I will be home. So, you better be sleeping soundly in the bedroom when I get back, okay?”Hyacinth wears her feelings on her sleeves and Jack can easily see the protest that is running in her mind. Clingy, she may be and it would show on her face but she’s considerate enough to not stop other plans for her sake. She pouted and hugged Jack. “I can’t help it. I can’t sleep on an empty bed.”“I know… which is also why I’m sorry. I’ll make it up to you next time, I promise.” Jack kissed the side of Hyacinth’s head. “I’ll go to work now. Have fun with work.”“You too. Love you.” She said, feeling the need to remind herself too.There was a slight pause in his part that Hyacinth didn
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Nikolai was assured that everything was going well according to plan. He already checked the venue and spoke with the emcee for the event.He wanted to wake up and surprise Liam with a small birthday cake, but the child was already awake. He was all smiles while observing the fish in his aquarium.“I see. Thank you.” His lips quivered as he ended the call he was just in.“Daddy!” Liam screamed with a bit of icing from his cupcake on his lips.He’s all that Liam has. He would regret it immensely if he would succumb to that feeling of falling into an endless pit.Not now, Nikolai. Get your shit together.“Shall we go pre
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-five
What am I doing? With all the strength she had, Hyacinth pushed Nikolai hard. Her weakness became only evident when a single push was not enough to make him back off. Anyone would melt with that stare of longing. It felt so wrong to know that that wasn’t for her. The kiss was for someone who looked like her. The longing, the love, all those emotion… it was all not for her. He kissed her, or was she the one who kissed him? Never mind. It didn’t matter. She let that happen, that was the only thing that counts. Including the shameful fact that she kissed him back. She did a series of things no sane married woman who is in love with her husband would do. It was simply unforgivable no matter how stupid or unexplainable the situation was. The best thing to do was to stay away from Nikolai as far as possible. Whatever he had to say, she didn’t need to hear it. For the second time that day, she walked away. “Elias, let’s go.” She whispered at her son who was already forming his little gr
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-six
Her world crumbled right before her eyes. She immediately imagined herself pulling that woman’s hair and strangling her neck. She wanted to confront her and ask her why she would do that to her husband. Ask her where did she find the audacity to steal a married man. She wanted to scream at the top of her lungs and cry like no one was around.In reality, her self-worth was gone even when she remained composed.She wanted to put all the blame on the woman when her husband seemed to equally enjoy the ass that was on his lap. She could not even bring herself to defend Jack. He willingly kissed and did even more with another woman.“Mommy, are you okay?” Elias asked.“Sweetie,” She sighed. “Mommy will make a quick call, okay?”
The Wife's Return Chapter Twenty-seven
“Uncle Preston!” Liam’s face was painted with excitement. Preston made eye contact with everyone at the table where Nikolai was seated with Claudia and Liam. What a coincidence. His instinct was telling him to pretend he saw nothing, go straight to the bar, or go straight to the door. None of which was an option for a graceful exit.“Hey, Uncle Preston,” Liam called again. This time, it was impossible to pretend he didn’t hear. The kid was excitedly waving in his direction.“Hey, kiddo. Hi, everyone.”Claudia’s eyes lingered on the red wine. That was enough warning to walk away. If possible, run away.“Come join us, Preston.” Claudia invited before he could even think of an excuse.What’s going on inside that head of hers?“Nah, my workmates are arriving soon.”“Yeah, join us while you’re waiting for them.” Nikolai invited.He was lying when he said that they would arrive soon. He wanted to eat his lunch alone and drink a glass or two of wine. Since he saw the woman who looked so muc
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